In a strange twist of circumstances, a heterosexual couple interested in obtaining a civil union in the UK has been barred from doing so. The reason? Civil unions are only for gay people. Heteros can only be “married” and only by a member of a church.The couple is supported by Peter Thatchell, one of the UK’s most prominent gay rights activists.
No civil union for straight pair
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A heterosexual couple have been refused permission to register for a civil partnership.
Tom Freeman and Katherine Doyle said they want to challenge “discriminatory” UK laws which restrict civil partnerships to same-sex couples. They plan legal action after their application was denied at Islington Register Office, north London.
A spokesman for Islington Council said the pair’s request was refused because “the council must follow the law”.
UK law only permits heterosexual couples to marry and only permits same-sex couples to form civil partnerships.
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One of the 3 cover designs for Ellen Degeneres' appearance on Oprah magazine, and the silliest
Today Ellen Degeneres appeared on the Oprah Winfrey show with new wife Portia De Rossi for their first televised interview as a married couple. Largely a fun and promotional show celebrating Ellen’s appearance alongside the daytime star on the cover of O: The Oprah Magazine, the duo were a pleasure to watch, and a happy foray into gay comedic mainstream.
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The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and the queers are marching.
In a continuation of the National Equality March in D.C. earlier this month, the newly-formed Portland Equal Rights Coalition is hosting a march and rally for equal protection under the law for LGBTQI folks.
Follow the rainbow flags and homemade signs to the North Park Blocks (NW Park and NW Everett) at noon today to join in the growing equality movement. If you can’t get out of bed in time for the march, a rally and speak out will follow at the Terry Schrunk Plaza until 3 p.m.
Expect photos and highlights soon!
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